In Our Beaches, we spend slow, unhurried mornings near the shore — digging, collecting, running, and listening. The coastline becomes a space for wonder and rhythm as children explore the feel of sand, the movement of waves, the calls of seabirds, and the treasures left behind by the tide. Through songs, storytelling, and hands-on discovery, we begin to build a relationship with the ocean — one rooted in joy, curiosity, and care for the natural world.

Our home base in Bankers Hill is rich with places to wander, notice, and belong. In Our Neighborhood, we explore tree-lined sidewalks, shady corners of Balboa Park, gentle hills, and familiar landmarks like fountains, gardens, bridges, and even the distant roar of lions at the zoo. Children begin to map their world through movement and memory — learning that neighborhoods are made not just of buildings, but of routines, relationships, and stories.

In Our Trails, we follow narrow paths and soft dirt walkways through nearby canyons and green spaces just minutes from home. We visit places like Maple Canyon, Marston Point, and Presidio Park — noticing how the light changes in the trees, what lives under rocks, and how the wind feels as we climb. These sessions help children build stamina, spatial awareness, and reverence for wild spaces — even the ones tucked right inside the city.

The city can be busy and bold — full of buses, crosswalks, murals, and motion — but for young children, it can also be magical. In Our City, we explore downtown’s edges, ride public transit, count windows on tall buildings, and watch construction sites in action. We talk about how cities are built, who takes care of them, and how people live together in shared space. Through gentle exploration, movement, and observation, we begin to understand the city as something alive, connected, and full of possibility.